A recent wave of attacks on Tesla vehicles has left owners shocked and politicians calling for action. From Pennsylvania to Texas, vandals have targeted these electric cars with swastikas, destruction, and political messages. The attacks come during rising tensions over Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s work with the Trump administration.
In Pennsylvania, a man was caught on camera scratching a swastika into a Tesla parked outside a gym. Police used the car’s built-in cameras to track him down through his gym membership. The case highlights how technology is helping law enforcement crack down on these crimes.
Down in Texas, a man rammed a mini four-wheeler into multiple Teslas. The suspect, identified by Tesla’s security cameras, now faces felony charges. Authorities warned that even one attack can lead to serious jail time under new federal rules.
A Florida woman caused thousands in damage by stuffing bubble gum into a Tesla door handle. She was arrested after mall security spotted her. While charges were later reduced, the case shows how even small acts of vandalism hurt hardworking car owners.
New York City saw two men carve “Nazis” and swastikas into a Tesla. Police are treating it as a hate crime. These symbols have appeared on Teslas nationwide, with critics blaming Musk’s conservative politics for making the cars targets.
In New Hampshire, a Cybertruck was keyed outside a luxury resort. The owner shared video of the suspect denying involvement even as evidence piled up. Owners like her say they feel unsafe driving their cars, fearing they’ll be attacked for supporting American innovation.
The Trump administration has labeled the vandalism “domestic terrorism.” Attorney General Pam Bondi promised harsh penalties, while President Trump suggested sending offenders to El Salvador’s prisons. An FBI task force is now tracking cases nationwide.
Conservatives argue these attacks punish everyday Americans, not just Musk. Innocent owners like Virita Carstaffin, whose Tesla was smashed in Texas, say political anger shouldn’t destroy people’s property. As leaders push for order, Tesla drivers wait nervously to see if the violence ends.
